In Germany, exploratory coalition talks between Merz's CDU/CSU alliance and the SPD commenced constructively, focusing on budgetary challenges and the need for cooperation. With elections yielding a strong CDU/CSU performance, Merz is eager to establish a ruling coalition within two months. Key differences, particularly in budget and immigration policy, remain to be resolved. SPD's Manuela Schwesig emphasized the need for mutual concessions to avoid the pitfalls of the previous coalition's failures, highlighting the importance of stability for democracy and governance.
"Everyone has to pull together and make an effort," added Schwesig, the state premier of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
"We have to learn from this failed government," Schwesig said. "Constant conflict harms not only those involved, but also democracy."
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